REGARDING FIRE

I hope my paintings and writings will encourage conversation and healing. Here are some of my paintings and writings on aspects of fire. -Linda

FIRE BENEFITS 
Fire can be enjoyed on a candle, 
at a camp fire, in a fireplace.
Children’s toys include fire trucks, fire fighter heroes.
Fire can aid cooking, heat a home, 
​be in celebrations.
Fire contained.

FIRE WARNINGS
Fire safety can include smoke detectors, 
training, alarms, extinguishers, hydrants,
exits, escapes, inspections, trucks, 
​personnel, drills, codes.
Fire prevented. 

FIRE TROUBLES
Unrestrained fire can cause property damage, 
personal injury, loss, shame, regret, anger,
​questions, trauma, death.
Fire out of control.

FIRE REPAIRS
Recovery from a fire can involve evaluation, 
outside help, letting go, demolition, disposal, 
deliveries, construction, change, patience, 
​acceptance, perseverance.
Fire extinguished.

FIRE QUESTIONS
How did it happen? When? Why? Was it preventable? 
How did it stop? ​Was anyone hurt? What was lost? How much damage? 
Is recovery possible? What is the cost? 
​When will it be better? Is it safe?
Fire remembered.